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Established in 2011, Headfonics is an independent review website for personal audio.

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FiiO Warmer R2R Review

The new Warmer R2R desktop DAC and Tube buffer seems the perfect product for 2025's retro audio craze.

Does the performance match the vibe?

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#tubes #christmas #hifi #amplifier #decoder #streaming #audiophile
FiiO Warmer R2R Review
James reviews the FiiO Warmer R2R, a desktop 24-bit R2R DAC and tube buffer with up to DSD256 decoding and a retro-inspired external design. It is currently priced at $349.99. Disclaimer: I received t...
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December 20, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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Shanling EC Zero T Review

A benchmark portable CD player in 2025?

Marcus finds out what makes Shanling's excellent EC Zero T stand out in today's review, now published on Headfonics!

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#review #audiophile #cd #tubes #headphones #earphones #christmas
Shanling EC Zero T Review
Marcus reviews the Shanling EC Zero T, the company's first-ever "Kunlun" R2R DAC and JAN6418 micro-triode tube-based portable CD player. It is currently priced at $589.00. Disclaimer: This sample was ...
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December 19, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Our 2025 Bang For Buck Awards

It's award season again, and we kick off with our annual 'bounce for the ounce' accolades with the gear we thought offered the best value to performance in 2025!

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#headphones #earphones #dap #dongle #amplifier #streamer
Our 2025 Bang For Buck Awards
Once again, it is the end of the year, which means Award Season here at Headfonics, and we start with the annual Bang For Buck Awards for 2025. These awards officially recognize the portable and
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December 17, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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final TONALITE Review

One of the most innovative True Wireless Systems to hit the market in 2025.

Find out what unique features this BT6.0 and LDAC-Equipped TWS comes with in James's full review!

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#wireless #bluetooth #earbuds #xmasgifts #Christmas #audiophile
final TONALITE Review
James reviews the final TONALITE, a new TWS with innovative DTAS Calibration technology that creates a personalized timbre profile for the user. It is currently priced at $329 SRP with early bird pric...
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December 15, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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FiiO BR15 R2R Review

FiiO further expands its R2R DAC-equipped compact desktop system with its new balanced XLR output and BT6 aptX Lossless-equipped BR15 R2R streamer.

Enough for the modern audiophile on a budget?

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#xmas #wireless #speakers #headphones #hifi
FiiO BR15 R2R Review
Lynn reviews the FiiO BR15 R2R, a compact desktop Bluetooth 6.0 streamer equipped with a 24-BIT R2R DAC and aptX lossless streaming. It is currently priced at $199.99. Disclaimer: I received this samp...
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December 13, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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Rossi&Wing Lua Synchronicity Review

The second IEM from Rossi&Wing's Artisan series is the one we recommend you start with.

Find out why and what the hybrid multi-driver Synchronicity has to offer in Marcus's full review!

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#audiophile #xmas #christmas #earphones
Rossi&Wing Lua Synchronicity Review
Marcus reviews the Rossi&Wing Lua Synchronicity, a new Taiwanese-made hybrid multi-driver universal IEM aimed at detail-oriented audiophiles. It is currently priced at $790.00. Disclaimer: This sample...
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December 12, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Noble Audio AGIS II Review

Noble Audio's successor to the popular Spartacus gets reviewed and compared today.

How does this 8-driver hybrid BA and bone-conduction driver IEM fare against the competition?

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#audiophile #earphones #christmas #highendaudio #review
Noble Audio AGIS II Review
Nihal reviews the Noble Audio AGIS II, a high-end hybrid 6 BA and dual bone conduction driver universal IEM, and the successor to the Spartacus. It is currently priced at $1799.00. Disclaimer: This sa...
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December 10, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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DUNU DN242 Review

Today's feature is Kurt's full review of the new tribrid 8-driver DN242 universal IEM from DUNU.

Now published on Headfonics!

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#hifigo #review #audiophile #earphones #xmas
DUNU DN242 Review
Kurt reviews the DUNU DN242, a new single 10mm dynamic, quad-BA, and dual planar driver hybrid universal IEM priced at $349.99. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in return for my honest opinion. ...
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December 8, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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Topping DX9 Discrete Review

One of the dark horses of 2024 just got an upgrade in 2025!

Find out how and why in today's review, now published on Headfonics.

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#amplifier #christmas #headphones #audiophile #hifi #earphones
Topping DX9 Discrete Review
Marcus reviews the Topping DX9 Discrete, a limited-edition desktop 16-element 1-bit PSRM DAC and 10W-Capable NFCA headphone amplifier. It is currently priced at $1299. Disclaimer: This sample unit was...
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December 6, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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Effect Audio Horizon Series Review

EA has updated its heavy-duty Fusion 1, Code 23, and Code 24 cables in the recently launched Horizon series.

How do they perform and handle compared to the originals?

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#review #cable #audiphile #earphones #xmas #christmas
Effect Audio Horizon Series Review
Nihal reviews the Effect Audio Horizon Series, a 2nd-gen set of aftermarket audio cables including Fusion 1 2025, Code 23 MKII, and Code 24 MKII. They are priced at $1299, $649, and $849, respectively...
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December 5, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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Vision Ears XCON Review

Continuing our series of features on VE's refreshed custom lineup, Marcus reviews and compares their new dual-switch, 6-BA driver XCON.

Now published on Headfonics!

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#review #xmas #christmas #earphones #germany #customs
Vision Ears XCON Review
Marcus reviews the Vision Ears XCON, a new custom-designed 6 BA driver IEM with a magnet-based switch that offers 2 unique sound signatures. It is currently priced at €2,200. Disclaimer: This was sent...
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December 3, 2025 at 11:07 AM
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iBasso D17 Atheris Review

R2R, 1-Bit, and Tubes all in one box.

Find out how iBasso's flagship D17 Atheris portable DAC/Aamp performs in Marcus's Cyber Monday review, now published on Headfonics!

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iBasso D17 Atheris Review
Marcus reviews the iBasso D17 Atheris, a new portable R2R and 1-bit dual discrete DAC with an integrated 1.2W capable tube headphone amplifier. It is currently priced at $1999.00. Disclaimer: I receiv...
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December 1, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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FiiO JT7 Review

The second of FiiO's new headphones recently released is the JT7, an affordable open-back planar design with a foldable headband.

Another bang-for-buck choice?

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#blackfriday #cybermonday #headphones #audiophile
FiiO JT7 Review
Marcelo reviews the FiiO JT7, a new set of affordable open-back proprietary 95x86mm planar magnetic driver headphones with a foldable design. They are currently priced from $109.99. Disclaimer: I rece...
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November 30, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Cayin RU3 Review

Cayin's most affordable dongle DAC to date also happens to be their most powerful dongle DAC to date.

All grunt and no finesse? Marecelo finds out in his latest cyber-weekend review!

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#blackfriday #cybermonday #audiophile #headphones #earphones
Cayin RU3 Review
Marcelo reviews the Cayin RU3, an entry-level ES9069Q-equipped dongle DAC with app integration and up to 560mW of balanced output power. It is currently priced at $99.00. Disclaimer: This sample was s...
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November 29, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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FiiO SNOWSKY Tiny Review

Loose change on a Black Friday? How about the super-affordable new dongle DAC from FiiO SNOWSKY, called the Tiny?

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#blackfriday #audiophile #budgetaudio #cybermonday #headphones #earphones
FiiO SNOWSKY Tiny Review
Kurt reviews the FiiO SNOWSKY Tiny, an affordable dongle DAC supporting up to PCM 384kHz and DSD256 with 10-band PEQ integration. It is currently priced at $21.99. Disclaimer: I received this sample i...
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November 28, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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ONIX Beta X12 Review

Another new dual solid-state and tube dongle DAC up for review! This time, it's the Beta X12 from ONIX offering up to 550mW of output power.

How does it differ from the competition?

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ONIX Beta XI2 Review
Louis reviews the ONIX Beta XI2, a hybrid solid-state and JAN6418 tube Dongle DAC capable of up to DSD512 decoding and 550mW output power. It is currently priced at $349. Disclaimer: This sample was s...
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November 26, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Shanling M7T Review

More tube delight in a tiny box from Shanling with the release of their M7T DAP.

Should owners of the original M7upgrade? James finds out in his latest review!

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#blackfriday #tubes #cybermonday #audiophile #streaming #headphones #earphones
Shanling M7T Review
James reviews the Shanling M7T, a dual AK4498EX DAC Android DAP with solid-state and JAN 6418 tube modes capable of up to 980mW output power. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange for
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November 24, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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FiiO JT3 Review

One of FiiO's most affordable open-back headphones to date, the new JT3 is equipped with a large 50mm dynamic driver and a V-shaped tuning.

A no-brainer first-time upgrade?

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#audiophile #blackfriday #cybermonday #headphones #fiiO
FiiO JT3 Review
Marcelo reviews the FiiO JT3, a highly affordable set of open-back 50mm dynamic driver headphones with a V-shaped, engaging sound. It is currently priced at $69.99. Disclaimer: I received this sample ...
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November 22, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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ZMF Headphones Ori 3.0 Review

Does the powerful-sounding closed-back Ori 3.0 hit the sweet spot in the company's planar headphones lineup?

Marcus finds out in his latest review, now published on Headfonics!

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#blackfriday #cybermonday #cyberweekend #headphones #usa
ZMF Headphones Ori 3.0 Review
Marcus reviews the ZMF Headphones Ori 3.0, a new set of closed-back planar magnetic headphones with a unique tuning plug system and swappable pads. It is currently priced at $2199.99. Disclaimer: This...
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November 21, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Noble Audio Van Gogh Review

One of Noble's more bombastic offerings, the hybrid multi-driver Van Gogh IEM hits hard and deep.

A new mid-tier basshead offering?

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#blackfriday #cybermonday #cyberweekend #earphones #audiophile
Noble Audio Van Gogh Review
Nihal reviews the Noble Audio Van Gogh, a new hybrid 8mm dynamic and triple BA IEM, tuned with a 'musical slant' and currently priced at $699. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange
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November 19, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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Sennheiser HDB 630 Review

Sennheiser's popular new flagship wireless ANC closed-back headphones are on backorder already, just a few weeks after release.

Just how good are they? Lynn finds out in his latest review!

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#audiophile #headphones #blackfriday #cybermonday
Sennheiser HDB 630 Review
Lynn reviews the Sennheiser HDB 630, the company's new flagship wireless, ANC-capable closed-back headphones, packaged with the BTD 700 BT dongle. It is currently priced at $499.95 Disclaimer: This sa...
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November 17, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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HIFIMAN Audivina LE Review

The Audivina LE is the latest closed-back planar driver headphone from HIFIMAN. Does this new, and much more affordable version, correct the quirks of the original?

Louis finds out in his latest review!

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HIFIMAN Audivina LE Review
Louis reviews the HIFIMAN Audivina LE, an affordable 2nd-gen set of closed-back planar magnetic driver headphones, currently priced at $399. Disclaimer: I received this sample in exchange for my hones...
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November 15, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Softears RSV-MKII Review

Rinse and repeat or nicely improved with the 2nd generation of Softear's popular 5-driver IEM?

Nihal finds out with his full review of the RSV-MKII, now published on Headfonics!

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Softears RSV-MKII Review
Nihal reviews the new Softears RSV-MKII, a 2nd-generation 5 BA driver IEM with an upgraded aluminum shell and improved tuning. It is currently priced at $699. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in...
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November 14, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Effect Audio DIONYSUS Review

Effect Audio's DIONYSUS is a new 26AWG 8-wire Signature Series flagship with looks and performance that you typically associate with their higher-end offerings.

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Effect Audio DIONYSUS Review
Today, Nihal reviews the Effect Audio DIONYSUS, a new Signature Series II flagship 26AWG 8-wire aftermarket IEM cable currently priced at $429. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange for m...
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November 13, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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AFUL DAWN-X Review

Today's feature is AFUL's new flagship DAWN-X. A hybrid 14-driver universal IEM packed with dynamic, BA, EST, and bone conduction drivers!

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AFUL DAWN-X Review
Nihal reviews the AFUL DAWN-X, a new flagship hybrid single dynamic, 8 BA, 4 EST, and bone conduction driver universal IEM priced at $1299 SRP. Disclaimer: This sample was sent to me in exchange for
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November 12, 2025 at 11:54 AM